The Hutton has been on my list of spots to try for so long, but out of sight out of mind sometimes…read more We finally took a short walk and landed here for dinner over the weekend. On a Saturday evening there was quite a long wait for the patio but the 3 picnic tables outside were free and clear...perfect! Delicious food Great cocktails Kindest staff that brought water out for our pup All good things. We got the apple guac to start and loved that it was like a sweeter, chuckier guacamole. It was served with plantain chips and great for a hotter night app. For my main, I got the Grain Bowl. So good, so filling and I had plenty left over for lunch the next day. It had quinoa, tofu, chickpeas, yams, and a green goddess dressing. This will officially be added to the rotation of lunch/dinner spot. Cannot wait to come back.

Finally stopped at the Hutton for some food. I've been walking past this place for the past year or…read moreso. We ordered the burger LTO and the chicken caprese. The sides were Caesar salad and fries. It was delicious, the server was quick and attentive making sure we were happy with our meal. The presentation of the food was superb it was a nice stop and I am sure I'll be back at some point. Seemed to be a nice dive bar in the heights not many places like this in the area.

Well, now. Finding truly authentic Venezuelan cuisine wasn't on my 2026 bingo card (as the cool…read morekids say), but I'm definitely stamping this square. Dios mio, what a meal! There was not a bad bite to be had. We might've cut the roofs of our mouths with the crisped-to-perfection Patacón, but I don't care--I think all sandwiches should be encased in fried plantain instead of bread. And the succulent pernil filling? Dios mio otra vez! Though, tbf, when is pernil ever a bad choice? Then there was the stuffed-to-the-brim Cachapa filled with carne mechada and Venezuelan cheese. It was enormous. Like, Jesus pulling from the neverending fish basket enormous. It never ended. We had to take it home. But before we did, I practically ate all of the arepa, which was the sweetest, bursting-with-corn-flavor arepa I've ever had outside of South America. It was so good, I practically cried with every bite. Tears of corny joy, mind you. We got an entree of grilled fish (Filete de Pescado a la Plancha), which came with a complimentary side--in our case, arroz amarillo cuz I gotta have my grains. The fish was perfectly crispy on the outside, meltingly tender on the inside. As with everything else, it was also way bigger than it had any right to be. Finally, we ended with what we THOUGHT would be a small item--the Arepa Arcoiris Llanero--but we were mistaken. It was stuffed so full of fresh avocado, shredded chicken, and various veggies that it had to be further encased in a paper wrapper for fear of the arepa wrap giving up on its job. We didn't make it more than a few bites before having to regretfully pack it home, but those few bites were chef's kiss. Venezuela has long been on my bucket list (who doesn't want to see Mount Roraima or Angel Falls?), but until I can get there, I'll be more than happy to "settle" for coming to this beautifully modern paradise of culinary delights. Throw in the huge portions and unbelievably low prices, and it's kind of a no-brainer to make the trip.

At Maracaibo you can expect a lovely environment of hearty music, playful conversations, pretty…read morefood and drink presentations. The service wasn't too bad, my cup ran empty every now and then but wasn't egregious. Let's talk presentation, the way drinks and food come out is clearly something the head of Maracaibo wanted to place extra detail on. Though the extra presentation is a bit gimmicky, it still got the job done for the most part. The sampler came in a giant Ferris wheel contraption. Not pictured, but my cocktail came with floating cotton candy. Nevertheless, the food was still incredible. The sampler is a must, not only for the presentation, but for the delicious eats that can push you out of your comfort zone. For first time Venezuelan eaters the amount of ways plantain could be prepped and served may be jarring, but I would encourage bravery and just try everything and anything you can on the sampler. Each bite was worth it! Let's talk main entrees, you won't be disappointed by the portions. If you enjoy plantain, definitely go for the patacon - if not, I'd suggest holding off as you may get your fill of it elsewhere. The skirt steak (churrasco) was cooked to my liking, went well in my patacon sandwich. It is massive, I couldn't eat it all - had to take some back. Onto the arepa bowl. Though the contents of the bowl instead could be something you may get elsewhere (like Chipotle for example), it's the addition of the arepa bowl blended with the flavors of everything else and the sauces they drizzle on top that completes this dish. It's unique and it screams for you to taste and pay attention. Overall - great foods, great ambiance, great people. Bit gimmicky but it is what it is.

We had an excellent experience with Dallas BBQ's food. Since we are local, and since I will travel…read morefar and wide for BBQ, this was a no brainer. I wish we would have tried it sooner. Service was prompt. Food was prepared fresh and promptly: Henny Ribs - incredible sauce. I want to put it on everything. I like my ribs with a little pull, and these had just a bit more than I prefer, but they were still excellent. Moist and flavorful. Dallas Wings - crispy, moist, and flavorful. Not greasy. Batter was well-seasoned, each piece was cooked perfectly with nothing overdone, dry, or tough. Pulled pork sliders - my wife loved them. Flavorful, tender, and piled high. Henny Burger - I wished I had two of them. That says it all. The henny sauce is incredible. Burger was high quality and perfectly cooked. Bacon was delicious and an excellent addition. Not too crispy, not too soft. Perfect texture. The burger was HUGE. This may be my good-to from now on. Henny sauce was a great compliment to the other flavors. Family all raved about their food. We will be regulars at Dallas BBQ, for sure!

If you're looking for barbecue, don't come here. Its relationship to actual Texas BBQ is distant at…read morebest, perhaps a 13tb cousin 7 times removed. Service was OK, quick and friendly, but the food was not. They have ribs on the menu, and chicken, but I couldn't find brisket, pretty much the epitome of Texas style barbecue, until I found, hidden away in the bottom corner, a brisket sandwich and a BBQ brisket burger. I chose the burger with fries. The burger patty itself was OK, standard chain restaurant bland-ish ground beef, but it was topped off with four or five very small slices of very cold, very fatty and very tough brisket with nary a hint of smoked goodness which is the hallmark of any good barbecue. The sauce was way too sweet, the fries cold and the bun stale. 0/10 would not recommend.

Let Them Talk is such a novel bar in the American Dream mall! Let Them Talk offers cocktails at…read more$10, $3 select beers, and pay per ounce self-serve beers. Their cocktails are pretty yummy and have the cutest presentation! I tried 82 Punch and Ktown Kick, which were both sweet and delicious. Their beer wall is also pretty impressive. While I am not generally a beer drinker, they have a good variety with some unique options that even I could enjoy. While the line here can get long a concert day, things move pretty fast and service is great. I do wish this bar had better seating, but it's an overall great option in the Hmart Food Hall!

I am mostly just rating this for convenience and options. Let Them Talk is simple and straight to…read morethe point - "here is bunch of different beer choices, help yourself". They use the self pour system and you pay by the ounce. You get a scanner card, pick your choice of many different mugs or glasses and get to drinking. You scan your card at the tap you want and pour from 2 to 16 ounces, your choice. Its great for sampling and you don't have to commit to one beer. Its ideal for the the dad or lone drinker in a group who is eating at the food court.

Really fun place to go before a show! Service was excellent, cocktails were very good, and some…read morefun pre-show food as well! We booked reservations online-noted there was a birthday in our group-and they had free prosecco at the table for us-which was much appreciated! Ambience was very cool-right off one of the busiest places in the USA, in a very busy deli-then behind some curtains you enter a very peaceful area-quiet, good drinks, and chill vibes. Definitely recommend!

We went on a Tuesday night for book club and it was the perfect spot. We were seated outside on a…read morebeautiful night and the service was great. I ordered a martini and they were out of the juice so the server offered to make me an espresso martini for the special price, it was so nice! This is the perfect spot for a chill vibe and good cocktails. Also truffle fries were fire.

I work in the Secaucus area and love spending a weekly happy hour at the bar with my favorite…read morebartender Leah. Her customer service and pleasant personality make my dining experience exceptional every time. I have hosted my corporate events at the bar area and Leah, CJ and Jocelyn are my absolute favorite team members. Highly recommend the dining experience.

it was great the food is great. and the waiter was fantastic. thanks again. hope to do business…read morewith you again real soon.

Food was very good and the atmosphere was lovely. We had great service thanks to Kat.read more

Went to Little Sheep Hot Pot at American Dream for lunch with a group of friends from the North…read moreJersey Chamber of Commerce and it was such a good choice. A few of us had been talking about trying it for a while, and it totally lived up to the hype. The vibe inside was welcoming and comfortable, and the whole hot pot experience made lunch feel like something fun and different instead of just a quick meal. We picked a broth and then ordered a bunch of meats, vegetables, and noodles to share. Everything tasted really fresh, and the broth was full of flavor from the start and got even better as we kept cooking. It's the kind of place where you end up trying a little bit of everything, and it's perfect for a group because everyone can customize their own bites. We also appreciated that it didn't feel rushed, even though it was lunchtime. Service was great too. The staff was friendly, checked on us often enough without hovering, and helped explain options for anyone who hadn't done hot pot before. That made a big difference, especially with a bigger group. By the time we finished, we were already talking about coming back. I definitely plan to return soon with my family, and I can also see myself bringing a few colleagues here as well. It's a great spot for catching up, doing a casual group lunch, or just getting a really satisfying meal.

We were hanging at American Dream and stopped in Hasbro for a quick bite. Being that Hasbro is an…read morearcade, you would assume it only offered fried foods and easy food for kids, but their menu is a pleasant surprise! We ordered the Chicken parm sliders and the NJ Smashburger. Both were sooo good. The chicken parm sliders had a king's Hawaiian bun and vodka sauce -- such a game changer. Sat at the bar on a Saturday afternoon, busy with parties but this area was quiet. When we left an hour later, it was packed. Aside from the birthday parties and arcade itself, Hasbro is work checking out for a good meal while hanging out at the mall.

We recently visited the Game Room arcade at the American Dream Mall. Able to experience the arcade…read moreas part of the Hasbro's Spring Play Garden event on that day. Nice arcade with lots of games and nice prize area. Arcade nicely maintained. Average credits needed per game from 6-15 depending on the game. Pleasant staff.

A group of us decided to go to The Highwood to brunch last Saturday for a friend's birthday which…read morealso happened to be Kentucky Derby day. For the derby they had a really nice setup down by the bar area which included a rose wall to take pictures in front of. It was my first time here and I can tell you right now it absolutely will not be the last. Taylor was our waitress and she was truly amazing from start to finish. We started off with some cocktails and they were divine. I was able to try quite a few things a steak app, the cauliflower app and the Seafood tower. Every single thing they brought out was so fresh and incredible, every single person at the table couldn't stop talking about how amazing it was wall. We are already planning on visiting again soon!

This place seems to have an identity crisis - is it a disco as the over whelming music suggests? Is…read moreit a sports bar where patrons slam beers while shouting at their favorite game on one of the many giant tv screens? Or is it a restaurant for a nice family outing? The problem is... it tries to be all 3. We started with the owner trying to seat us at a high top table that basically was halfway in a major aisle. He seemed perturbed when we asked for a different table. Fortunately a young girl framed the menus and brought us to a much nicer table. She was bubbly, friendly and full of enthusiasm. We chose this spot for dinner because of its proximity to our hotel but had there been other options... The music was so loud my wife couldn't hear me without my shouting. Nether could our waitress. She told us it's always this loud and they struggle to hear customers. The food was good although prices were a bit high. Waited was attentive. Half way through our meal, it suddenly got quiet. Very weird.

Loved the Happy Ending Sushi roll, definitely the highlight for me! The drinks were decent…read more.. I really appreciate that they serve clams since not many sushi spots do. Banana soufflé was delicious! Our waitress was also super nice and the staff were very accommodating. Great views

We returned to Drift the other day to enjoy the food and have a classy meal. However, there were…read morecertain aspects that did not live up to our previous experience. The service was still professional and friendly, but the food left something to be desired. Though it was a Thursday evening, the weather was not great, so it was not overly surprising that the restaurant was not very crowded. Because of that fact, the gracious hostess offered us our choice of a few different tables, from a larger booth to a two-top near the window. We opted for the booth that would give us a chance to look out into the restaurant AND to still see the Manhattan skyline. We decided to order some drinks, and I opted for an Espresso Martini, which was not typically something I would have gotten before dessert, but I wanted the extra caffeine! Plus, their version included a caramel cold foam, which enticingly made it extra creamy and delicious. In fact, it was definitely one of the best espresso martinis I had ever had. We were deciding to skip any starters, so we asked for some bread while we waited for our entrees. The plate of focaccia was decent and hit the spot, but we were charged $2 for it, which was not a big deal but also not appreciated. For my entree, I went with the Lobster Bouillabaisse. The broth was flavorful, but there was not much of it. In fact, the dish came with three sweet rolls to dip into the soup, but I could have lived with less given the limited amount of liquid in the bowl. The included blue prawns were good, but the Hokkaido scallops and lobster were chewy. There was also supposed to jumbo lump crab, which seemed to have been replaced by gritty clams. There were also leeks and Yukon potatoes that were sliced in small cylinders and looked fairly similar to each other. The potatoes were bland, cold, and under-cooked. Overall, it was not very impressive for $48. My companion's Prime Filet Mignon was of an unknown size on the menu, but arrived looking smaller than the typical 8-ounces. It was also over-cooked. He did like his mashed potatoes, though. For dessert, we decided to get the Apple and Pear Bread Pudding again, since that had been excellent last time and would hopefully be a redeeming feature of the meal, which it was. The sweet, caramelized brioche had been infused with cubes of fruit, baked, and drizzled with a sea salt caramel. We replaced the designated companion creme fraiche gelato with a scoop of passion fruit sorbet, which was less of an appropriate pairing, but more of an appealing variety to us. While Drift truly offered a stunning space with incredible service, they really could improve their culinary preparations.